Indulge in the tranquility at this exclusive polar camp, sleeping in heated pods, and adventuring in one of the remotest locations in the world.
On the shores of a freshwater lake of the ice-free Schirmacher Oasis sit six heated ‘polar pods’, made from fibreglass, minimising wind noise and protecting from the elements.
Each sleeping pod has cutting-edge exteriors, and old-world interiors that conjure up images of Antarctica’s rich heritage of exploration. The pods are spacious, each with writing desks and private washing facilities.
Separate to the sleeping pod the rest of the camp comprises a communal shower pod, kitchen and three centralised pods to make up the reception, lounge and dining room. Three separate shower rooms are available 24/7.
As well as hiking, the camp offers bucket-list adventures including ice climbing, hiking over ice waves, and witnessing tens of thousands of emperor penguins.
After a day of adventures, relax in the sauna with views of the glacier, sip cocktails by the fire, and enjoy gourmet meals prepared by the private chef.
What we love about Whichaway Camp
- The respect for the landscape, with the camp is run along strict guidelines, minimising impact on the environment whilst maximising comfort, style, and experience.
- The exclusivity, with space for just 12 guests, and weather conditions such that the camp only open for two months of the year, it is truly is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
- The cosy lounge and dining areas for enjoying excellent food from an award-winning chef and cocktails, made with 1,000-year-old ice cubes.
Unlike most expeditions to Antarctica, which focus on cruising the Antarctic Peninsula, this expedition takes you deep into the heart of the continent to the South Pole itself.
The overarching ethos of Whichaway Camp is ‘experience as much as you wish or as little as you like’ and the team puts high value on making this your adventure to take at your pace. Excursions range from gentle hikes to mighty abseils with ice-picnics, rock climbing, and kite-skiing in between. In this remote spot, the only crowds you will see are the tens of thousands of Emperor Penguins in the Atka Bay.
Accessible only by private charter flight from Cape Town (5 hours), you will fly in a Gulfstream G550 Jet to the polar circle.
When to travel
The extreme Antarctic weather means that the season is very short – and the camp is only open from the beginning of November to the end of December.
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